Royals
Royals

Pentatonix - Royals Lyrics

May 4, 2014
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Royals Music Video

Royals Lyrics

I've never seen a diamond in the flesh
I cut my teeth on wedding rings in the movies
And I'm not proud of my address, in a torn up town
No post code envy

But every song's like gold teeth, Grey Goose, trippin' in the bathroom
Blood stains, ball gowns, trashin' the hotel room
We don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams
But everybody's like Cristal, Maybach, diamonds on your time piece
Jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash
We don't care, we aren't caught up in your love affair

And we'll never be royals (royals)
It don't run in our blood
That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler (ruler)
You can call me Queen Bee
And baby I'll rule, I'll rule, I'll rule, I'll rule
Let me live that fantasy

My friends and I, we've cracked the code
We count our dollars on the train to the party
And everyone who knows us knows
That we're fine with this
We didn't come from money

But every song's like gold teeth, Grey Goose, trippin' in the bathroom
Blood stains, ball gowns, trashin' the hotel room
We don't care, we're driving Cadillacs in our dreams
But everybody's like Cristal, Maybach, diamonds on your time piece
Jet planes, islands, tigers on a gold leash
We don't care, we aren't caught up in your love affair

And we'll never be royals (royals)
It don't run in our blood
That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler (ruler)
You can call me Queen Bee
And baby I'll rule, I'll rule, I'll rule, I'll rule
Let me live that fantasy

Oh, oh
Life is great without a care
We're not caught up in your love affair
Oh oh
We're bigger than we ever dreamed
And I'm in love with being queen

Oh (oh) oh (oh)
Life is great without a care
We're not caught up in your love affair
Oh oh
We're bigger than we've ever dreamed
And I'm in love with being queen

And we'll never be royals (royals)
It don't run in our blood
That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz
Let me be your ruler (ruler)
You can call me Queen Bee
And baby I'll rule, I'll rule

Ooh ooh ooh
We're bigger than we've ever dreamed

Writer(s): Ella Marija La Yelich O'Connor, Joel Little
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who originally wrote the song 'Royals'?

    'Royals' was originally written by Ella Marija La Yelich O'Connor (better known as Lorde) and Joel Little.

  2. What type of music genres does 'Royals' by Pentatonix incorporate?

    Pentatonix's cover of 'Royals' incorporates elements of pop and a cappella, staying true to the group's signature vocal style.

  3. When did Pentatonix release their cover of 'Royals'?

    Pentatonix released their cover of 'Royals' as part of their album 'PTX Vol. II', which came out in November 2013.

  4. Are there any significant differences between Lorde's original 'Royals' and Pentatonix's cover?

    While the lyrics and basic melody remain the same, Pentatonix’s version stands out due to its rich vocal harmonies and the a cappella arrangement, giving the song a unique vocal-driven sound.

  5. How did Pentatonix's cover of 'Royals' perform commercially?

    Pentatonix's cover of 'Royals' received widespread acclaim and contributed to the group's growing popularity, though specific chart performances may vary by region.

  6. What is the overall theme of 'Royals' covered by Pentatonix?

    The song 'Royals' deals with themes of materialism, rejecting the opulent lifestyle often glamorized in media, and finding contentment in simpler, more authentic experiences.

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